NVQ Assessor

Location:

Chippenham

Hours:

TBD

Vacancy type:

Bank staff

Salary

£14.00 – £14.50 per hour

Are you an experienced NVQ Assessor looking to make a meaningful impact through education and training? This opportunity allows you to support learners into Domiciliary Care and Supported Living roles while contributing to the development of a purpose-led training provider.

 

About the Organisation

Our client is a newly established Health and Social Care training provider with a strong social mission. They support young people and adults into sustainable care careers through accredited qualifications, mandatory training, employability programmes, and supported work placements.

 

About The Role

We are recruiting two Freelance NVQ Assessors to deliver and assess NVQ / RQF qualifications from Levels 2 to 7, alongside mandatory and vocational training programmes. The roles are offered on a flexible, ad-hoc basis to support growing learner numbers.

One role will also provide light support during the early stages of delivery, assisting with learner onboarding and basic administration. This additional responsibility will be paid separately on an hourly basis and reviewed as the organisation develops.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality training and assess learners across NVQ / RQF qualifications and mandatory programmes
  • Support learners through inductions, observations, portfolio development, and workplace placements
  • Provide clear, timely feedback to support learner progression and achievement
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with awarding body and quality standards
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams, placement providers, and quality assurance staff
  • Represent the organisation professionally and uphold its community-focused values

 

About You

  • Occupational competence in Health and Social Care with an assessor qualification (TAQA, A1, CAVA, or equivalent)
  • Experience delivering and/or assessing NVQ / RQF qualifications and mandatory care training
  • Knowledge of Domiciliary Care and/or Supported Living settings
  • Strong communication, organisation, and learner-support skills
  • Ability to work independently while managing a flexible caseload
  • Self-employed status with appropriate insurance
  • Teaching or training qualification (AET / PTLLS or equivalent), desirable
  • IQA qualification or experience supporting quality assurance, desirable
  • Experience contributing to start-up or programme development, desirable

 

Benefits:

  • Flexible, ad-hoc freelance work
  • Transparent payment structure (shared separately)
  • Opportunity to shape and grow a new, values-led training service
  • A meaningful role supporting people into care and back into employment

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.

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